MCAS Math and Ride for Kids!

MCAS Math is right around the corner!

Right as we wrap up ELA MCAS we have Math MCAS and Science for Grade 5 coming up soon. We have been thoroughly impressed with the effort of our students and we have been appreciative of the efforts of all parents to ensure good attendance and that our students are well prepared on testing days.

As we approach Math MCAS we would like to encourage all parents to talk about Math at home with your child. We often hear from parents that they are not comfortable with math and they are unsure how to help their child.

Well the first step is to not be afraid! The way children learn math today is very different from the way we all learned when we went to school. Don’t be afraid to ask your child questions about what they are learning. Don’t be afraid to ask your child’s teacher clarifying questions. Have your child explain the concepts they are working on and follow up with questions. When they are finished with their homework have them show you how they solved some of their problems. Math does not always have to be about getting the right answer. There is a process to solving problems and when children are asked to explain their thinking it helps them reinforce their own understanding of concepts. IT IS OK TO SAY YOU DON’T KNOW. Try to figure it out together. There are some great tutorial websites out there as well. One great site is Kahn Academy.

Remember, showing your enthusiasm for what your child is learning at school lets them know that you value school overall. It is ok if you do not understand something. The best way to encourage your child to be a lifelong learner is to be one yourself!

Ride For Kids

Attention all bike riders! The inaugural Cranberry Country PNC Kids Ride is scheduled for May 31st from 9-1 at Oak Point in Middleboro. They are currently looking for Volunteers, Riders or just mark your calendar and planning on attending this fun event. There will be tons of events for the kids! For more information check out their website or Facebook page.

http://www.kids.pmc.org/thecranberrycountry.aspx

https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Cranberry-Country- PMC-Kids-Ride/1399974286985774

Character Word of the Week Winners!

Congratulations to the winners this week!